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Shoulder Anatomy and Injuries Quiz

#1

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the shoulder?

Femur
Explanation

The femur is the thigh bone and is not part of the shoulder anatomy.

#2

What is the medical term for the 'shoulder blade'?

Scapula
Explanation

Scapula is the medical term for the 'shoulder blade'.

#3

Which of the following is NOT a type of shoulder dislocation?

Superior dislocation
Explanation

Superior dislocation is not a type of shoulder dislocation.

#4

Which of the following ligaments connects the clavicle to the scapula?

Acromioclavicular ligament
Explanation

The Acromioclavicular ligament connects the clavicle to the scapula.

#5

The shoulder joint is classified as which type of joint?

Ball and socket joint
Explanation

The shoulder joint is classified as a ball and socket joint.

#6

Which ligament stabilizes the front of the shoulder joint?

Glenohumeral ligament
Explanation

The Glenohumeral ligament stabilizes the front of the shoulder joint.

#7

Which muscle is NOT part of the rotator cuff?

Teres major
Explanation

Teres major is not one of the rotator cuff muscles.

#8

What is the common name for the condition characterized by inflammation of the shoulder tendons and bursa?

Bursitis
Explanation

Bursitis is the common name for inflammation of the shoulder tendons and bursa.

#9

The rotator cuff muscles primarily function to:

Stabilize the shoulder joint
Explanation

The rotator cuff muscles primarily function to stabilize the shoulder joint.

#10

Which of the following conditions involves the formation of calcium deposits in the tendons of the shoulder muscles?

Calcific tendinitis
Explanation

Calcific tendinitis involves the formation of calcium deposits in the tendons of the shoulder muscles.

#11

Which of the following is a common symptom of a shoulder labrum tear?

Pain that worsens with movement
Explanation

Pain that worsens with movement is a common symptom of a shoulder labrum tear.

#12

Which nerve is commonly affected in shoulder dislocations or fractures, leading to weakness in shoulder abduction and external rotation?

Axillary nerve
Explanation

The Axillary nerve is commonly affected in shoulder dislocations or fractures, leading to weakness in shoulder abduction and external rotation.

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